Parenting Young Adults

This fictionalized portrait of Joyce's youth is one of the most vivid accounts of the growth from childhood to adulthood. Dublin at the turn of the century provides the backdrop as Stephen Dedalus moves from town and society, towards the irrevocable decision to leave. It was the decision made by Joyce himself which resulted in the mature novels of Ulysses and Finnegans Wake.

From massive festivals to daily conversations, every day we’re on a stage. Each stage allows us an opportunity to express our unique presence—our stage presence. This is the secret, the charisma that lets us shine. But sometimes we block our power and forget this moment is the only one we have. This book teaches you to take your power back. It grounds you and launches you into the next level of your life. Whether it’s with family or friends, a boss or bandmate, this book frees you from your limitations so you can be your true, authentic self in any situation.

Many parents of teenagers or young adults feel as though they're guessing about what to do next-with mixed results. We want to stay connected with our maturing child, but we're not sure how. And deep down, we fear our child doesn't want or need us. But growing up doesn't have to mean growing apart. Based on brand-new research and interviews with remarkable families, Growing With equips parents to take steps toward their teenagers and young adults in a mutual journey of intentional growth that trusts God to transform them all.

Life Strategies for Teens is the first guide to teenage life that won't tell you what to do, or who to be, but rather how to live life best. Employing the techniques from Dr. Phil McGraw's Life Strategies, his son Jay provides teens with the 10 Laws of Life that make the journey to adulthood an easier and more fulfilling trip. Whether dealing with the issues of popularity, peer pressure, ambition, or ambivalence, Life Strategies for Teens is an enlightening guide.

Do you want to learn what are some of the proven differences between boys and girls? Are you interested in common patterns in development that girls exhibit? Would you like ideas and strategies for how to handle issues that many girls struggle with? Parenting Girls is a guide to a girl's development, from a baby up through young adulthood. Each chapter identifies a stage in a girl's life and looks at what to expect, common challenges, and possible solutions and strategies to raise girls.

Do you want to learn what are some of the proven differences between boys and girls? Are you interested in common patterns in development that boys exhibit? Would you like ideas and strategies for how to handle issues that many boys struggle with? Parenting Boys is a guide to a boy's development, from a baby up through young adulthood. Each chapter identifies a stage in a boy's life and looks at what to expect, common challenges, and possible solutions and strategies to handle boys.

Introducing A Teen's Guide to the 5 Love Languages, the first-ever edition written just to teens, for teens, and with a teen's world in mind. It guides emerging adults in discovering and understanding their own love languages as well as how to best express love to others.

Do you feel overwhelmed by the prospect of adulthood? Feeling anxious about managing your finances, finding your career path, or simply balancing daily responsibilities? Wondering how you’ll ever master all the “adulting” requirements thrust upon you? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, know that you’re not alone.

Turn back the clocks! Your sweet child has morphed into a teen. And it's no longer just a messy bedroom or an attitude with a capital "A" causing concern. There's a whole new range of issues on the horizon. What if your daughter texts a naked picture to a "boyfriend" ...which he then forwards to the entire class? What if your son becomes increasingly withdrawn...Or your child is being bullied online? Would you know what to do? You could read a whole book on teen psychology - but who has the time!

Here's some good news for everyone who's ever been bullied into believing they can't speak their own language: The grammar snobs are bluffing. Half the "rules" they use to humiliate others are really just judgment calls and the rest they don't even understand themselves. Grammar Snobs Are Great Big Meanies is a laugh-out-loud funny collection of anecdotes and essays on grammar and punctuation, as well as hilarious critiques of the self-appointed language experts.

Adulting can be hard. Every grown-up has experienced the challenging transition from adolescence to adulthood. It’s the critical period in life where you’re beginning to deeply feel not just what’s happening in the outside world, but also what’s going on within.

In Rethinking Your Teenager, family therapist Darby Fox challenges parents to redefine the goals of adolescence by reorienting their focus from what they want their child to be to on who they want their child to be. Darby not only equips parents with the insight to understand the changes taking place in their child's brain and body and support their adolescent's bid for independence, but also offers an approach that allows parents to engage their adolescent in a relationship instead of struggling in an endless battle for control.

Parenting Bright Kids Who Struggle in School guides parents through the challenging and often unfamiliar landscape of raising kids who have been labeled with learning differences, including dyslexia, ADHD, autism, sensory processing disorder, and more. Drawing from her own experience as a parent of a child with learning differences - who is now a highly successful adult - the author outlines clear lessons from a quarter century of advocating for kids who learn differently.

Abbey Curran was born with cerebral palsy, but early on she resolved never to let it limit her. Abbey made history when she became the first contestant with a disability to win a major beauty pageant. After earning the title of Miss Iowa, she went on to compete in Miss USA.

Perhaps you've tried other books or courses that overpromised and underdelivered. But this is not another generic communication seminar or quick-fix guide. Social Skills Success uses today's young adults' language and context, packed with relatable anecdotes and real-world examples. It recognizes your individuality and encourages you to embrace it. Be confident! Be impressive! Be Socially Savvy!

For the estimated 20 million Americans with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder comes the third edition of All About ADHD by Dr. Thomas W. Phelan, an internationally renowned expert and lecturer on child discipline and ADHD. Completely updated with the latest research and treatment information, All About ADHD is a comprehensive guide to ADHD's symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment in children and adults.

In the second edition of A Young Adult's Guide to Life, Chandler Rivinius updates his roughly sequential guide to overcoming the challenges young adults face while coming of age in post-2020 America. Chandler outlines a common-sense approach to making the most out of high school and college. This approach is based on his observations and his experiences growing up. From there he uses the same logic-based approach to cover the topics that are most important to becoming a successful adult.

By just incorporating ten simple and compelling techniques into your everyday life, you’ll unlock the secrets of social finesse that even the most introverted can master! Inside this life-altering book, you’ll discover: How to get yourself some rizz: Learn how to build self-confidence, self-esteem, self-awareness, and self-image. Practical strategies to swerve the drama: Find out how to communicate constructively, resolve conflicts, and deal with unnecessary drama.

Master essential life skills for a smooth transition into adulthood, even if it feels overwhelming right now. Are you struggling with budgeting, cooking, job hunting, or managing time? Feeling stressed about juggling responsibilities? This guide simplifies the process, helping you build confidence and independence step by step. Discover how to manage your daily tasks and responsibilities with ease.

Every child needs one trustworthy adult, and every adult can be one. Packed with real-life stories and invaluable tips, One Trusted Adult inspires all adults, especially educators, to build strong connections, embrace sustainable career practices, break the silence around boundary violations and abuse, and be present for the youths in their lives. In doing so, adults can ensure that the kids in their care are growing into their greatest potential.